ZIP
LINING |
HIKING AT KEREITA
FOREST CAVES AND WATERFALL TOUR
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Kereita Forest is the first of its kind
in Kenya and East-Africas longest
zip line tour, offering over 2.4km (1.4
miles) of flight across the lush Kereita
forest located in Lari Kiambu County, approximately
60 kms from Nairobi.
Highlights:
Do you ever feel the need to get away from
the daily hustle and bustle of life or perhaps
you just like exploring the great outdoors?
Join us and unleash your spirit of adventure
as we head to the forest.
Kereita
forest forms part of Aberdares National
Park and is home to magnificent Gatamaiyu
river, caves, wild animals and a waterfall
which rises at the height of 60 feet.
The
forest and the surrounding areas have animals
such as elephants, leopards and colobus
monkeys. The forest covers 47 square kilometres
and is designated an important bird area
with quite a number of bird species residing
in the rich biodiversity.
On
this adventurous and funfilled tour you
will be greatly entertained doing the likes
of Archery, Ziplining and Bike
Riding with a break for lunch in the
middle!
Our
walk through Kereita Forest starts at the
Carbacid Forest Gate. We will visit a small
natural spring in the neighbourhood to view
water bubbling from underground. This is actual
carbon dioxide gas from the ground.
The trail then goes deeper into the forest,
with the undergrowth now getting thicker and
more interesting and varied. Giant ferns and
climbers abound deep in the forest, competing
for the meager light filtering though old
gnarled mammoth trees that stand tall and
proud, untouched by human exploitation. The
sounds of various species of monkeys and birds
increasingly become a regular part of the
jungle. The trail is hardly discernible due
to infrequent visitors to this part of the
forest.
After walking up and down two steep river
valleys for about two hours, we will pass
by Elephant Pool, a large natural water body
that Elephants love to frolic in. A further
one hour walk will finally bring us to Kereita
Waterfall on Gatamaiyu River. To the right
side of the waterfall is a cave with a small
bat population.Kereita has been classified
as an Important Bird Area (IBA), and boasts
over 138 species, of which 20 are considered
rare.
The
whole round hike takes about 6-7 hours
Come hike at Kereita
Forest and enjoy the fresh mountain air free
from pollution. Mingle with nature as you
hike through nature trails of the indigenous
forests, the 60 feet tall Kereita Waterfall
on Gatamaiyu, and also visit the elephant
swimming pool inside the forest as you hike.
Hike Starting Point: The African Forest
Lodge.
Ending point: The African Forest Lodge.
Walking Duration: 2 hours
Terrain: Animal trails through the
iIndigenous forest.
Difficulty: Moderate
The Kereita Forest at the southern-most end
of the Aberdares range has interesting hiking
trails and natural features like the Kereita
Cave and Waterfall. One of these trails, the
Carbacid trail, leads to Kereita Waterfall
on Gatamaiyu River, and the adjacent cave
that is home to a small bat colony.
Route
Description:
The walk through Kereita Forest starts at
the Carbacid Forest Gate. This general area
sits on top of an underground natural CO2
reservoir currently mined by Carbacid Ltd
for industrial and commercial usage.
During the first hour, the hike goes through
an exotic forest interspersed with large open
clearings created by the controversial Shamba
System.
As you get further into the forest and descend
into the first river valley, the clearings
give way to the indigenous forest. The undergrowth
gets thicker, more interesting, and varied.
Giant ferns and climbers abound, competing
for the meager light filtering though old
gnarled mammoth trees that stand tall and
proud. The jungle comes to life with the calls
of various monkey and bird species. The trail
is hardly discernible due to infrequent visitors
to this part of the forest. Most of trail
here follows animal trails going in the general
direction of the waterfall.
After walking up and down two steep river
valleys for about two hours, the trail passes
by the Elephant Pool, a large natural water
body where elephants come to frolic. A further
one hour walk finally brings you to Kereita
Waterfall on Gatamaiyu River, dropping 60ft
to the stream below.
To the right side of the waterfall is a cave
with a small bat population.
The return path retraces part of the trail
out of the valley to the top of a ridge, before
veering off on a northbound trail into a bamboo
forest. This path climbs to the highest point
of the hike, a clearing with excellent views
of Elephant Hill, Nairobi and Mt. Longonot.
This location is ideal for camping point.
The whole round trip takes about 4 hours.
ZIP
LINING AT KEREITA FOREST TOUR
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Zipline
at Kereita Forest, the longest zip tour in
East africa with a great view of Kereita dense
forest, beautiful landscapes and fresh mountain
air. Fly over the forest at speeds of up to
60 km/h, as you enjoy the view beneath you
forest canopies. It is breathtaking and you
even have chance to see Colombus monkeys or
elephants below while enjoying an adrenaline
rush like no other! Zip lining at Kereita
is beyond comparison!
Kenyas
6 zip line tour packs in a punch of adrenaline
and offers those brave enough to try it unprecedented
views of Kereita forest and the Aberderes
Ranges.
Zip
lining tour at The African Forest Lodge (Kereita)
The longest zip tour in East Africa at over
2,200 metres takes you flying fast and high
over Kereita Forest, offering unique views
of the stunning landscape. Zip across mountain
valleys at speeds of up to 60 km/h, skim the
treetops, glide under giant forest canopies,
while enjoying an adrenaline rush like no
other! With distant views of Mount Kenya and
perhaps a glimpse of a Colobus monkey or elephant
nearby, this is a zip tour like no other!
Built and operated to the highest international
safety standards by Flying Fox, the tour encompasses
6 big zip lines, with short walks between
each, offering ample opportunities to explore.
Two of our instructors give you safety training
and the chance to practice on a short, low
zip line before you set off on the tour. The
instructors ensure your safety on every zip
and point out interesting facts & features
along the way.
The 6 zip lines
on the tour are:
Zip 1: The Colobus Catapult (425m)
From
amongst the trees the first zip line launches
you from the Adventure Centre high across
the valley, reaching speeds of up to 60kph.
Zip 2: The Flying Elephant (385m)
Keep
your feet up and eyes open as you zip back
across the valley, keeping low and fast with
views of waterfalls along the way.
Zip 3: The Eagles Nest (395m)
This
wire is sure to take your breath away! Soar
like an eagle 150ft high through the canopies
of giant trees deep in the valley below.
Zip 4: The Big Sky (360m)
Feel
free whilst flying over the open valley with
views of Mt. Kenya directly ahead.
Zip 5: The Moo.. ving Target (325m)
Follow
the contours of the ridge and remember to
keep your feet up.
Zip 6: The Lumberjack (330m)
Buzz
just meters underneath the canopy of a huge
tree whilst zipping at top speed. This final
zip line is sure to leave lasting memories.
Taking
around 2 hours to complete, this zip-line
activity includes safety brief, practice zip
and short walks in between.
~> Maximum client weight: 115kgs.
~> Minimum client height: 1.4M (4 ft. 6
in.)
ZIP
LINE REQUIREMENTS
~> Solid Shoes.
~> Bring warm clothes and rain coats
~> Sunblock / Sunscreen if needed.
DRESS
CODE:
~> Casual slacks or cargo pants (No Sandals,
Shorts or Skirts)
~> Hiking shoes with good grip
~> Hat incase of hot sun.
~> Warm Clothing in case of change of weather
~> Rain gears & always carry an extra
Tshirt
Requirements/what
to carry:
1. ID/Passport
2. Sun glasses
3. Sunscreen Lotion
4. Spirit of hiking
5. Extra water 2 ltr -3 ltrs
6. Packed Lunch / Snacks
7. Backpack to carry your personal items
COST
INCLUSIVE OF:
~> Transport to and from
~> Park entry fee
~> Guide fee
~> Armed guide
~> 1 litre drinking water
~> Photography
COST
EXCLUSIVE:
~> Lunch / Snacks
~> Tips
~> Extra water
~> Other items not mentioned above.
Optional Attractions/Activities:
1.MOUTAIN
BIKING
~> Rental charges depend on your selected
duration
~> Cost to use tracks for a day if you
have your own bike Ksh 500/-
~> Bike for hire 1 hour ksh 800, more than
1 hour ksh 1000
BIKING
REQUIREMENTS
~> Safety Helmet
~> Shin guards
~> Solid shoes
~> Riding gloves
~> Bring warm clothes and rain coats
~> Sunblock / Sunscreen if needed
3.PAINT
BALLING
Paint ball Requirements:
~> Minimum players: 4 per team and
maximum players: 20 (larger knock-out competitions
can be arranged)
~> Minimum age for paintballing:
12 years
~ Must be appropriately dressed: proper
shoes, lose clothing that allow mobility helmet,
and overalls provided by the forest
~> Bring warm cloths and rain coats
~> Sunblock / Sunscreen if needed
4.Archery
5.Paint Balling
6.
Foot Golf
7.
Horse Riding
The
tour starts with pick up from your hotel at
08.30 and drop off at your hotel approximately
16.00
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